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NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog releases study report on ‘Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage  Policy Framework and its Deployment Mechanism in India’
CCUS is key to ensuring sustainable development and growth in India, particularly for the production of clean products and energy, leading to an Atmanirbhar Bharat
A study report, titled ‘Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage Policy Framework and its Deployment Mechanism in India’, was released today. The report explores the importance of Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage as an emission reduction strategy to achieve deep decarbonization from the hard-to-abate sectors. The report outlines broad level policy interventions needed across various sectors for its application.
As, India has updated its NDC targets for achieving 50% of its total installed capacity from non-fossil-based energy sources, 45% reduction in emission intensity by 2030 and taking steps towards achieving Net Zero by 2070, the role of Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage  becomes important as reduction strategy to achieve decarbonization from the hard-to abate sectors.
“CCUS can enable the production of clean products while still utilizing our rich endowments of coal, reducing imports and thus leading to an Atmanirbhar Indian economy.” said Suman Bery, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog. Implementation of CCUS technology certainly be an important step to decarbonise the hard-to-abate sector.
CCUS projects will also lead to a significant employment generation. It estimates that about 750 mtpa of carbon capture by 2050 can create employment opportunities of about 8-10 million on full time equivalent  basis in a phased manner.
“India’s dependency on the fossil-based Energy Resources is likely to continue in future, hence CCUS policy in Indian Context is needed” said Dr. V.K Saraswat, Member, NITI Aayog.
The report indicates that CCUS can provide a wide variety of opportunities to convert the captured CO2 to different value-added products like green urea, food and beverage form application, building materials , chemicals , polymers  and enhanced oil recovery  with wide market opportunities in India, thus contributing substantially to a circular economy.
Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biwDpAqvTFA
Report Link: https://www.niti.gov.in/sites/default/files/2022-11/CCUS-Report.pdf
Ministry of Heavy Industries
Youth should be motivated for thinking rapidly and innovatively, says Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar
Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar e-inaugurates Hackathon on Smart Safe and Sustainable mobility hosted on ARAI-TechNovuus
Hackathon will host 10 problem statements; A prize pool of Rs. 10 lakh is proposed
As a part of ARAI Azaadi ka Amrit Mahotsav week from 10th to 16th January 2022, a student Hackathon on Smart Safe and Sustainable mobility hosted on ARAI-TechNovuus was e-inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Heavy Industries, Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar today. He addressed the young participants and said that innovation is an important factor for the development of the country. To find solutions for the problems faced by the county is the way of building the nation. The youth should be motivated for thinking rapidly and innovatively and Hackathon will be helpful for this endeavor.
He further said that automotive sector has a major contribution in the economic devolvement. However, excess use of fuels, green house effect, pollution, and accidents have created challenges but new innovations will ensure the safe mobility with sustainable progress. The government is also concentrating on these aspects. The Hackathon will pave a way with the participation of young students, he added.
The Hackathon will host 10 problem statements on the broad theme of Smart, Safe and Sustainable mobility solutions for Aatmanirbhar Bharat. A prize pool of Rs. 10 lakh is proposed for the problem statements. Winners would also be considered for further internship or up-levelling through TechNovuus.
The opening remarks were delivered by Dr Reji Mathai, Director, Automotive Research Association of India . Ms. Medha Jambhale, Deputy Director, ARAI shared the message from Minister of Heavy Industries. Dr. Abhay Jere, Chief Innovation Officer  at Ministry of Education, explained the importance of Hackathon and its role in shaping the future of technology in India. He also shared the opportunities India has created with rest of the nations through the success of Hackathons. Ms. Ujjwala Karle, Deputy Director, ARAI presented an overview of the student engagement programs held at ARAI.
Mr. Venkataraj K, Dy. Director General, Society of Automotive Engineers, India proposed vote of thanks.
Prime Minister's Office
CM Uttarakhand calls on PM
Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Shri Pushkar Dhami called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today.
The Prime Minister's office tweeted;
"Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Shri @pushkardhami called on PM @narendramodi."
Special Service and Features
CMFRI ranks first among Fisheries & Animal Science Institutes in ICAR Ranking
Kochi: Sept 29, 2022
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute  has bagged the top spot in the latest ranking of Indian Council of Agricultural Research  in the category of Fisheries and Animal Science Institutes. It also secured the third position in the ranking of 93 Institutes under all divisions of Crop Science, Horticultural Science, Natural Resource Management, Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science and Fisheries Science. The ranking was based on research and other activities of the Institutes during 2019-2021.
Dr A Gopalakrishnan, Director, CMFRI said that the achievement can be seen as a recognition for the collective efforts of the CMFRI family in research and development activities for the sustainable growth of the country’s marine fisheries. In addition, attempts to popularise mariculture activities like cage fish farming, technology development for breeding of commercially important fishes, research initiatives to develop nutraceutical products from marine organisms, efforts for making relevant policies, studies on the socio-economics of the Sector and extension activities along with many other initiatives helped CMFRI to achieve the feat, he added.
Headquartered in Kochi, CMFRI has Regional Research Centres in Veraval, Karwar, Mangalore, Kozhikode, Vizhinjam, Chennai, Tuticorin, Mandapam, Visakhapatnam and Digha.
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Ministry of Defence
37th Raising Day of Army Aviation Corps
Pune, 1 November 2022
Army Aviation Corps has evolved into a decisive third dimensional manoeuvre arm, rendering a definite combat edge to the field force commanders. The arm has grown exponentially and is now set to play a pivotal role in all modern battlefield scenarios. It has also been in the forefront providing succour to the common man during times of natural calamities. The Corps has witnessed qualitative as well as quantitative growth in the last 36 years of its raising and has earned numerous accolades for its performance in all spheres. The arm is poised to meet the future challenges of operation alisingstate of the art rotary and fixed wing  platforms. On the occasion of 37th Raising Day of the Corps on 01 November 2022, Lieutenant General Ajai Kumar Singh, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command complimented all ranks of Army Aviation Corps for living up to their motto of ‘Swift and Sure’ and urged them to continue with the same gusto and spirit.
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Ministry of Jal Shakti
Shri Rattan Lal Kataria, MoS, Jal Shakti Ministry congratulates Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Union Government on passage of Landmark legislation for farmers’ welfare
The Minister of State for Jal Shakti and Social Justice & Empowerment, Shri Rattan Lal Kataria today congratulated Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi led Union Government on passing of the landmark legislation for the betterment and welfare of farmers across the nation by the Parliament. Shri Kataria said that the Bill empowers farmers to sell their produce to any trader or institution anywhere in the country at a reasonable price without paying any middleman or additional fees or charges to mandis which will increase farmers’ income. Shri Kataria further said that these legislations will also benefit entrepreneurs, traders and food processing industry as they will be facilitated,they can buy produce from farmers directly according to their own needs.
The Minister of State also said that there is no change in the current policy of Minimum Support Price  and even after passing of this bills, purchase on MSP will continue. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has also made it clear that the MSP will continue. Shri Kataria asserted that determination of MSP is the priority of Narendra Modi led government which has increased the procurement of MSP by 1.2 to 2 times in paddy and pulses. He further added that these agricultural laws will provide various types of legal protection to the farmers and no person will be able to exploit farmers and their land.
Shri Kataria said that due to lack of mandis and not getting fair price of the crop, the young farmers who migrate to cities for their livelihood, will benefit by implementation of these agricultural provisions. Also, upon getting the suitable price of their produce timely, the youth will be further attracted towards participation in agriculture sector, it will also create employment and lead to inclusive development in rural areas.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Union Jal Shakti Minister and UP CM review Water and Sanitation sector in UP
Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, met in Lucknow today to jointly review the progress of water and sanitation programmes in the State. Senior central government officers, including Secretary, Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Shri ParameswaranIyer and Secretary, Department of Water Resources, Shri UP Singh, were also present during the review. The review was attended by State government Ministers and senior State officials as well. All the District Collectors of Uttar Pradesh were connected to the meeting via video conference.
Speaking at the review, Shri Shekhawatcongratulated the CM for his firm leadership in turning around the State’s sanitation situation and said that Uttar Pradesh has made phenomenal progress under Swachh Bharat Mission and become ODF in record time.He also requested the CM to complete the verification of all ODF villages in the State on priority.
During the meeting, the detailed progress review of 50 NamamiGange Projects in UP, including 50 sewerage treatment facilities was also done. The Minister urged the district collectors to work out milestones and complete these projects in Mission mode. The State officials assured him of immediate action to expedite the implementation of all ongoing NamamiGange projects, including Jajmau at Kanpur. The next review of the projects was scheduled after 3 months at a Ganga project location.
Shri Shekhawat also reviewed the drinking water progress in the State and assured the CM that the Union Government is committed to ensuring piped water supply for all.
The Jal Shakti Abhiyan, an intensive campaign on water conservation, has been launched across water-stressed districts countrywide, with the largest number of districts being from Uttar Pradesh. Under the Abhiyan, the Union Minister requested the CM to mobilise district Collectors of the water-stressed districts of UP to prioritize water conservation efforts together with the officers from the Central Government. He added that teams of senior officers from Government of India will work with the local administration in selected water stressed 35 districts and 139 blocks of UP, under the Jal Shakti Abhiyan.
The Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh expressed his commitment towards sustaining the ODF status of the State. He added that the Statewill focus on going from ODF to ODF Plus through solid and liquid waste management. He added that his government will endeavour to ensure that by 2024, entire State safely manages biodegradable solid waste, plastic waste, faecal sludge and household waste water. He also conveyed his full cooperation to the Jal Shakti Abhiyan.
Ministry of Earth Sciences
Isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall very likely over Assam, Meghalaya, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim today;& over Odisha on 10th June
Strong surface winds likely to prevail over plains of Northwest India during 08th-10th June
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department:

ALL INDIAWEATHER SUMMARY AND FORECAST
SignificantWeatherFeatures
- Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into more parts of central Arabian Sea, some more parts of Maharashtra, entire Karnataka,some more parts of Telengana, entire Tamil Nadu, some more parts of Andhra Pradesh, more parts ofcentral Bay of Bengal and northeastBay of Bengal and thenceentire northeastern states of India,mostpartsof Sub-HimalayanWestBengal& Sikkimtoday,the 06thJune2021.
- The Northern Limit of Monsoon  passes through lat. 18.0°N/ Long. 65°E, lat. 18.5°N/ Long. 70°E, Alibagh, Pune, Medak,Nalgonda,Rentachintala,Sriharikota,lat. 14°N/Long.85.0°E,16°N/88°E,20°N/90.5°Eand24.0°N/89.5°EandBagdogra.
- Due to strengthening of southwesterly winds and a cyclonic circulation over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & neighbourhood in lowertropospheric level; fairly widespread to widespread rainfall activity very likely over Northeastern states and adjoining East India duringnext 4-5 days. Isolated heavy rainfall very likely over Arunachal Pradesh on 06th & 08th; over Assam & Meghalaya & Sub-HimalayanWest Bengal & Sikkim on 08th & 09h; over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram & Tripura on 06th-07th; over Odisha on 08th & 09th; overGangetic West Bengal on 10th June. Isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall also very likely over Assam & Meghalaya & Sub-HimalayanWestBengal& Sikkimontoday,the 06thJuneandoverOdishaon 10thJune.
- Under the influence of the off-shore trough at mean sea level from north Maharashtra coast to north Kerala coast and a cycloniccirculationoverKonkan&Goainlowertroposphericlevels;scatteredtowidespreadrainfallaccompaniedwiththunderstorm,lightningandgustywinds very likelyoverpartsofsouth peninsularIndiaandWestcoastwithisolated heavyrainfall today, the06thJune2021.
Strongsurface windslikelytoprevailover plainsofNorthwestIndiaduring08th-10th June

KindlydownloadMAUSAM APPforlocationspecificforecast&warning, MEGHDOOT APPforAgrometadvisoryand DAMINI APPforLightningWarning&visitstateMC/RMCwebsitesfordistrictwisewarning.
An international webinar was organised by the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy  under the Ministry of AYUSH on 10th April 2020 on World Homoeopathy Day, commemorating the 265th birth anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of Homoeopathy. Thousands of participants attended the webinar on a digital platform which was also live streamed. Minister of State  Sh. Shripad Yesso Naik in his inaugural address, announced the approval of the Telemedicine guidelines for homoeopathic practitioners and also emphasised on the need to mobilise the AYUSH workforce to align with the COVID taskforce if the need arises. Secretary Ministry of AYUSH Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, extended his greetings. Prof. George Vithoulkas, Director, International Academy of Classical Homeopathy, Greece, Dr. Anil Khurana, DG, CCRH, Dr. R K Manchanda, Director Homoeopathy, Department of AYUSH, Delhi Government, Dr. Subash Singh, Director , NIH, Kolkata, Dr. S R K Vidyarthi, Director, Ministry of AYUSH, Dr. V K. Gupta, India, Dr. Robbert van Haselen, UK, Prof. Aaron To, Hong Kong were the lead speakers. Most of the speakers spoke about potentials of Homoeopathy which can be harnessed in the containment of COVID 19 and presented facts about use of adjuvant homoeopathy along with standard care for COVID patients.
Sh.Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State during his Inaugural Address in the Webinar on WHD 2020
Eminent Resource persons attending the Webinar on WHD 2020,Top row :Dr.RK Manchanda, Director, Dept oF AYUSH, Delhi Govt, Dr.Anil Khurana, DG, CCRH, Prof. Aaron To, HongKong Middle Row:Dr.Robbert van Hasselen, UK, Dr.Harleen Kaur, Scientist-1, CCRH, Dr.V.K Gupta, India Last Row:Dr.Subash Singh, Director, NIH, DR.SRK Vidyarthi, Director , Ministry of AYUSH
Prime Minister's Office
PM expresses gratitude to President, VP and other world leaders for birthday wishes
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed his gratitude to the President, Vice President and other world leaders for birthday wishes.
In a reply to President, the Prime Minister said;
"माननीय राष्ट्रपति महोदय, आपके इस अनमोल शुभकामना संदेश के लिए हृदय से आभार।"
In a reply to Vice President, the Prime Minister said;
"Thank you Vice President @MVenkaiahNaidu Garu for the thoughtful wishes."
In a reply to President of Sri Lanka, the Prime Minister said;
"Thank you President @GotabayaR for the wishes."
In a reply to Prime Minister of Nepal, the Prime Minister said;
"I would like to thank you for your kind greetings, PM @SherBDeuba."
In a reply to PM of Sri Lanka, the Prime Minister said;
"Thank you my friend, PM Rajapaksa, for the wishes."
In a reply to PM of Dominica, the Prime Minister said;
"Grateful to you for the lovely wishes, PM @SkerritR."
In a reply to former PM of Nepal, the Prime Minister said;
"Thank you, Shri @kpsharmaoli."
Ministry of Communications
TRAI releases “Consultation Paper on Assignment of Spectrum in E&V Bands, and Spectrum for Microwave Access  & Microwave Backbone ”
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India  has today released a Consultation Paper on “Assignment of Spectrum in E&V Bands, and Spectrum for Microwave Access  & Microwave Backbone ”.
Department of Telecommunications , through its letter dated 12.08.2022, requested TRAI to provide recommendations under the terms of clause 11 of TRAI Act, 1997 as amended by TRAI Act, 2000 on the following:
- Applicable reserve price, band plan, block size, quantum of spectrum, duration of assignment, scope of services/ usages, spectrum cap, payment terms, eligibility condition, methodology of auction and other associated conditions for auction of E band spectrum for establishment of terrestrial and/ or satellite based telecom networks;
- Applicable reserve price, band plan, block size, quantum of spectrum, duration of assignment, scope of services/ usages, spectrum cap, payment terms, eligibility condition, methodology of auction and other associated conditions for auction of V band spectrum for establishment of terrestrial and/ or satellite based telecom networks;
- Quantum of spectrum to be earmarked for non-commercial/ captive/ isolated use in E and V bands; and methodology of assignment, where auction is not feasible and pricing for the same;
- Feasibility, including technical parameters, for allowing low power, indoor, consumer device-to-consumer device usage on license-exempt basis, in parallel to use of the auction-acquired spectrum by telecom service providers for establishment of terrestrial and/ or satellite based telecom network, in part or full V band;
- A fresh recommendation on allocation methodology, quantum and pricing of MWA and MWB RF carriers in 6/ 7/ 13/ 15/ 18/ 21 GHz bands, for establishment of terrestrial and/ or satellite based telecom networks as well as for non-commercial/ captive/ isolated use;
- Provide any other recommendations deemed fit for the purpose mentioned under  to € above in these frequency bands, including the regulatory/ technical requirements as enunciated in the relevant provisions of the latest ITU-R Radio Regulations.
In this regard, a consultation paper on ‘Assignment of Spectrum in E&V Bands, and Spectrum for Microwave Access  & Microwave Backbone ’, seeking inputs from stakeholders has been placed on the TRAI’s website . In this consultation paper, specific issues have been raised for soliciting comments of stakeholders. Written comments on the issues raised in the consultation paper are invited from stakeholders by 25th October 2023 and counter-comments by 8th November 2023.
The comments/ counter-comments may be sent, preferably in electronic form on the email ID: advmn@trai.gov.in. For any clarification/ information, Shri Akhilesh Kumar Trivedi, Advisor , TRAI may be contacted at Telephone Number +91-11-23210481.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM pens a blog as India assumes G20 Presidency
“Let us join together to make India’s G20 Presidency a Presidency of healing, harmony and hope”
As India assumes presidency of G20 today, The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has penned a blog to share his insights on this momentous occasion.
Prime Minister Office tweeted :
“As India assumes G20 Presidency, PM @narendramodi penned an insightful blog.”
“India's G20 Presidency to work towards for benefitting humanity as a whole.”
“One Earth, One Family, One Future.”
“The greatest challenges the world faces today, can only be solved, by acting together.”
“India is a microcosm of the world.”
“With the oldest-known traditions of collective decision-making, India contributes to the foundational DNA of democracy.”
“Leveraging technology for citizen welfare.”
“Our priorities will focus on healing our One Earth, creating harmony within our One Family and giving hope for our One Future.”
“India’s G20 agenda will be inclusive, ambitious, action-oriented and decisive”
“Let us join together to make India’s G20 Presidency a Presidency of healing, harmony and hope.”
The Prime Minister also shared the details from @narendramodi and reached out to the leaders of G20 countries.
He tweeted
“Today, as India begins its G-20 Presidency, penned a few thoughts on how we want to work in the coming year based on an inclusive, ambitious, action-oriented, and decisive agenda to further global good. #G20India
@JoeBiden @planalto
I firmly believe now is the best time to go further still and catalyse a fundamental mindset shift, to benefit humanity as a whole. #G20India
@MohamedBinZayed @AlsisiOfficial @RishiSunak @vonderleyen
It is time to get inspired by our spiritual traditions which advocate oneness and work together to solve global challenges. #G20India
@sanchezcastejon @KumarJugnauth @BDMOFA @President_KR”
Text of the Blog here
https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1880141
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Beneficiaries Under ABRY
An amount of Rs. 6400 Crore has been allocated during the financial year 2022-23 for the Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana  scheme. Since inception of the scheme, till 28.11.2022, an amount of Rs. 8180.00 Crore has been sanctioned and benefits of Rs. 7855.07 Crore have been provided to 60.13 lakhs beneficiaries under the scheme.
The number of beneficiaries under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana  in various states including Uttar Pradesh are as below.
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Number of Beneficiaries State-Wise 
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State Name
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|
Number of Beneficiary Establishments
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|
Number of Beneficiary Employees
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|
ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS
|
|
36
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|
477
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ANDHRA PRADESH
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4025
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166059
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|
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
|
|
17
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|
514
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|
ASSAM
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|
659
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|
19751
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|
BIHAR
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|
1205
|
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27951
|
|
CHANDIGARH
|
|
1575
|
|
64467
|
|
CHATTISGARH
|
|
2929
|
|
84814
|
|
DELHI
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|
3128
|
|
225942
|
|
GOA
|
|
538
|
|
20812
|
|
GUJARAT
|
|
15484
|
|
641689
|
|
HARYANA
|
|
7604
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|
397214
|
|
HIMACHAL PRADESH
|
|
2151
|
|
83058
|
|
JAMMU AND KASHMIR
|
|
885
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|
19339
|
|
JHARKHAND
|
|
2232
|
|
62492
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|
KARNATAKA
|
|
10933
|
|
483494
|
|
KERALA
|
|
2716
|
|
95923
|
|
LADAKH
|
|
16
|
|
186
|
|
MADHYA PRADESH
|
|
6202
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|
203996
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|
MAHARASHTRA
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|
22336
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|
974021
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|
MANIPUR
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|
56
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|
1409
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|
MEGHALAYA
|
|
37
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|
1208
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|
MIZORAM
|
|
15
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|
377
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|
NAGALAND
|
|
17
|
|
234
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|
ORISSA
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|
4176
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|
89023
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|
PUNJAB
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|
6507
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|
170237
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|
RAJASTHAN
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|
11412
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|
325050
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|
SIKKIM
|
|
112
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|
3763
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|
TAMIL NADU
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|
16615
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|
812807
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|
TELANGANA
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|
5349
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|
281114
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|
TRIPURA
|
|
150
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|
5440
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|
UTTAR PRADESH
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|
12350
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|
430552
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UTTARAKHAND
|
|
2409
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|
93180
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WEST BENGAL
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|
7654
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226239
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Grand Total
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151,530
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6,012,832
This information was given by the Minister of State for Labour & Employment, Shri Rameshwar Teli in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.